Artisul A1201
Score: 83/100
Spaseeba T605
Score: 83/100Rankings
The Artisul A1201 is a 12-inch tablet with a battery-free pen offering 8192 pressure levels, ±60° tilt, and 24 shortcut keys, plus a rotatable chassis for flexible use. Its soft default pressure response and reliance on drivers can be drawbacks for some users. It targets intermediate artists who value extensive shortcuts and customizable orientation.
The Spaseeba T605 is a compact, ultra-thin tablet featuring a battery-free pen with 8192 pressure levels, 35° tilt, and six programmable keys. Its small 6.7 × 4 in active area may feel cramped for detailed work, and Linux users may encounter pressure inconsistencies. Best for portable, entry-level drawing on the go.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
258.4 mmbest | 170 mm | |
161.5 mmbest | 101 mm | |
8,192best | 8,192best | |
5,080 ppibest | 5,080 ppibest | |
| ↓ lower better | 569.5 g | 195 gbest |
266 Hz | 330 Hzbest | |
60 degreesbest | 35 degrees | |
| ↓ lower better | 8 mm | 1 mmbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Connectivity(1) | ||
Connectivity Interface | USB Type-C | USB |
Sensors(2) | ||
Report Rate (Hz) | 266 Hz | 330 Hz |
Tilt Angle Range (degrees) | 60 degrees | 35 degrees |
Display(2) | ||
Active Area Width (mm) | 258.4 mm | 170 mm |
Active Area Height (mm) | 161.5 mm | 101 mm |
Pen & Controls(1) | ||
Shortcut Keys Count | 24 | 6 |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories Count | 4 | 10 |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (g) | 569.5 g | 195 g |
Thickness (mm) | 8 mm | 1 mm |
Overall Dimensions | 207.7 x 349.2 x 8 mm | 170 x 170 x 1 mm |
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Professional reviewers commend the A1201 for its paper-like friction, high 5080 LPI resolution and 8192 pressure levels that produce vivid, lag-free strokes. They highlight the rotatable chassis and 24 shortcut keys as workflow enhancers, especially in Photoshop.
Everyday users consistently praise the tablet's ultra-light weight, portable form factor and realistic pen feel that mimics drawing on paper. The extensive shortcut keys and cross-platform compatibility receive positive mentions. Common complaints revolve around the soft out-of-the-box pressure response, the need to adjust settings, and the extra OTG adapter required for phone mode.
Professional reviewers consider the Spaseeba T605 a solid budget tablet, praising its smooth pen flow, 8192-level pressure, tilt support, and hot-key customization, while noting that Linux users may encounter driver and pressure-sensitivity issues that require extra configuration.
Everyday users generally enjoy the tablet's lag-free drawing, responsive pressure, and battery-free stylus, especially appreciating its low price and portability; however, many complain about inconsistent pressure across apps, a cramped active area, and occasional setup hassles on Linux.
“light as an iPad, easy to carry”
“smooth surface with slight texture for feedback”
“a good tablet you can buy and it will serve your purpose”
